Culinary

California Raisins are found in many foodservice kitchens and many chefs have discovered that California Raisins can help achieve a spectrum of subtle and balanced flavors from the deep and earthy to the highly aromatic. This ingredient has much more power to enhance existing dishes without adding another SKU to inventory and without increasing costs. California Raisins are the most economical, all-natural dried fruit available.

Whether used for their surprising flavor or to enhance and balance existing flavors of a dish, California Raisins are a great way to contribute taste in unexpected ways. When added to a dish that is traditionally simmered and/or pureed, such as a stew or sauce, California Raisins often take on a whole new flavor profile. Chefs are adding raisins to sauces, glazes, stir-frys, chutneys, and salsas to bring uniqueness and appeal to their dishes.

Raisins also have earned their place in such comfort foods like cheeseburgers, ice cream, French toast, scones, muffins, artisan and whole grain breads and rolls, as well as with oatmeal and dry cereals, and muesli. California Raisins are also finding their way into wraps and healthy snack bars, savory sauces, fruitful finishes, and Latin libations.

Raisins have a great emulsifying quality when added to vinaigrettes and can exhibit a rich earthiness that adds surprising character and depth to dishes that might include ancho or guajillo chile peppers. These are just a few examples of the creative ways California Raisins add that unexpected flare to your guests’ favorite dishes.

California Raisins: Sweet, Naturally, are always a great addition in whatever way they are used in the kitchen.

Flavor As the world’s top chefs know, the depth of character and flavor that California Raisins lend to any dish is limited only by the imagination and creativity of the one using them. However they are used, raisins provide a healthy, flavorful experience for your guests. Sun-dried, all natural California Raisins…